Events in the Basin
Happening in the Community
The Uintah Basin has many engaging and entertaining events that bring our community together throughout the year.
With events ranging from professional competitions like the PRCA Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo to community celebrations like Holly Days, there’s a little something for everyone
Community Schedule
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| Event Title | McCoy Flats Trail Events |
| Event Start Date | 04/18/2026 |
| Event Start Time | 07:00 AM |
| Event End Date | 04/18/2026 |
| Event End Time | 11:00 AM |
| Location | McCoy Flats Trail Complex Vernal, Utah Map It |
| Event Description | McCoy Flats Trail Events (5k, 10k, 15k) - April 18, 2026 @ McCoy Flats Trail Complex Vernal UT 5k Event: Easy loop trail start/end at the corral with approximately 65 ft. elevation gain, no shade, desert, speed, and grit. 10k Event: Loop trail start/end at the corral through a scenic desert canyon with a 505 ft. elevation gain. 15k Event: Loop trail start/end at the corral. Runners will run through desert landscape to their first aid station. Then running through a canyon for a mile to the top of a bluff. Runners will then follow a marked trail back to their first aid station. Then running the same course as the 10K runners back to the Start/Finish area. With an elevation gain of 677 ft. elevation gain - pure desert beauty with a panoramic view of the entire course from the top of the bluff. Course Record Prize: When a course record is broken, the runner who sets a new course record will receive a cash prize. Cash prizes will be given to both male and female whenever a new course record is set for each. Course record cash prizes will be awarded to all three distances 5K, 10K, and 15K. |
| Link for More Info (Optional) | madmanraces.com |
| Public Contact Email | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Public Contact Phone | (435) 828-1209 |
Recurring Event Schedule
Vernal Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce meets every Tuesday for their weekly luncheon. Contact the Chamber of Commerce for meeting location and more information.
Public Meeting Information
Vernal City Council Meeting
The Vernal City Council holds regular meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. The meeting starts. at 6:00pm, and is held at the city hall located at 374 E Main Street in Vernal.




